The Game Awards 2022 Shatters Viewership Records on YouTube and Twitch
The recently concluded Game Awards 2022 has achieved remarkable viewership records across multiple platforms, according to Geoff Keighley, the executive producer and host of the show. This year’s edition set new records for viewership on both YouTube and Twitch, the two platforms on which the event was live-streamed.
Outstanding Performance on YouTube and Twitch
Geoff Keighley took to Twitter to announce the significant milestone, revealing that the Game Awards 2022 reached new peaks of viewership on YouTube and Twitch. The show’s immense popularity was evident as it garnered attention and engagement from countless viewers and fans across these platforms.
Just received reports that we hit new viewership peaks on YouTube and Twitch. Thank you so much.
— Geoff Keighley (@geoffkeighley) December 9, 2022
A Spectacular Show
Although there haven’t been any official reports on this year’s viewership, it is undeniable that the Game Awards 2022 gained remarkable popularity. Several prominent outlets, such as GameSpot and IGN, streamed the event live on their YouTube channels. Additionally, numerous Twitch streamers also followed and shared the excitement of the show. The previous year’s edition of the Game Awards attracted a massive viewership of 85 million, making it the most-watched prior to this event, as stated on Wikipedia.
Game of the Year and the Victorious Titles
The most intense competition at the Game Awards 2022 was undoubtedly the Game of the Year category, with two standout titles vying for the prestigious award—God of War Ragnarök and Elden Ring. Ultimately, Elden Ring emerged as the winner of the Game of the Year award, as well as securing the titles of Best Game Direction, Best Role-Playing Game, and Best Art Direction.
However, Santa Monica Studios also had reasons to celebrate as God of War Ragnarök received recognition in various categories. The game won awards for Best Narrative, Score and Music, Audio Design, and Performance, with Christopher Judge’s portrayal of Kratos earning accolades. For a comprehensive list of winners and nominees, you can refer to the official Game Awards website.